Grief at Christmas can be overwhelming. It is meant to be the season of joy and happiness, but it can also be a time of pain and sadness if you have lost a loved one. There are constant reminders of ...Read More

Social media is now a big part of our lives and is not going to go anywhere soon. We use it to document the biggest moments, such as to celebrate birthdays, graduations, weddings, anniversaries and births. But what about deaths? ...Read More

The tradition of flowers at funerals Flowers have always been a strong symbol for expressing deep emotions. In ancient times, the main use for floral arrangements was for their fragrance as well as acting as a token of respect. During ...Read More

What is a funeral eulogy? A eulogy is a personal tribute to the deceased that helps mourners reflect on the person they knew and loved. It can be either a speech the reader has prepared themselves, quotes or a short ...Read More

An important part of a funeral service, along with the choice of music, is the choice of poetry and readings. While these are being read it is a time for the mourners to reflect on their loved one’s life and ...Read More

So much of the discussion about grief surrounds the ideas of closure, acceptance and of moving on. However, this is only part of the story. A great many grievers feel pressure, guilt and self-consciousness surrounding the memory of their loved ...Read More

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences that any of us will endure in our lives. It touches every aspect of our lives, including our employment. As an employer, you may be facing this scenario for ...Read More

The holidays are often difficult for those who have experienced the death of someone close. Annual religious celebrations, family gatherings and birthdays are all times full of joy when the family comes together, but for those who have been bereaved ...Read More

Receiving mail through the post for a loved one who is now deceased can be an upsetting experience. Whether the letters come weeks, months or years after they have left you, receiving a letter and seeing their name can bring ...Read More

Suicide has a devastating impact on the survivors left behind and the wounds can take a long time to begin to heal. However, beyond the emotional impact there are other important practicalities that need to be taken care of in ...Read More